Punya Samudram - Thavanampalle, Chittoor
Punya Samudram is a village situated in the Thavanampalle mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thavanampalle and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Punya Samudram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punya Samudram is 596617. The village covers a total geographical area of 460 hectares and falls under the 517129 pincode. Chittoor is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Punya Samudram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punya Samudram
As per Census 2011, Punya Samudram village has a total population of 1,900 people, consisting of 950 males and 950 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,316 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 982 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punya Samudram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,900 | 950 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 91 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 982 | 499 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,316 | 725 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 225 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Punya Samudram
Punya Samudram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uthara Brahmanapalle | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Kanipakam | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Patnam | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Thavanampalle | West | 3.51 km |
| Karakampalle | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Chigarapalle | North | 4.01 km |
| Kothapalle | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Nalisettipalle | South | 4.24 km |
| Thavanampalle Puttur | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Pallecheruvu | West | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punya Samudram
Punya Samudram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rvs Nagar, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittoor to Punya Samudram is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punya Samudram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punya Samudram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Punya Samudram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punya Samudram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Punya Samudram
Where is Punya Samudram located?
Punya Samudram village is located in Thavanampalle Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punya Samudram?
Punya Samudram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punya Samudram?
The pincode of Punya Samudram is 517129.
What is the population of Punya Samudram?
Punya Samudram has a total population of 1,900, including 950 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Punya Samudram?
There are 463 households in Punya Samudram.
What is the literacy rate in Punya Samudram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punya Samudram is 69.26%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 62.21%.